Shopping in China: How to make the super bargains

AliExpress sounds similar to Alibaba and that's no coincidence. The portal belongs to the wholesale platform of the same name, but relies on private customers and individual orders. The prices are usually a lot cheaper than in Germany. The products are ordered via AliExpress and then shipped directly from a retailer or the manufacturer itself.

GearBest follows a different concept. The dealer handles all sales, shipping and customer support himself and has warehouse centers on different continents, which ensures faster shipping. GearBest also offers customer support, 45-day returns and a one-year warranty.

In the table below we have compiled some example products that are a good introduction to the world of AliExpress.